Move capitalizes on success from 2024-25By Susan W. Murray news@thewoodstockindependent.com Last year, when the winter Farmers Market had to find new quarters, no one knew whether attendance would suffer with the relocation from the McHenry County Fairgrounds to All Seasons Orchard at 14510 Route 176. But according to market manager Kelly Sacco, “The move brought […]
Art to be displayed, sold during Sunday concerts Art on the Square will bring local artists and their works to downtown Woodstock on selected summer Sundays during concerts arranged by Off Square Music. While the music plays, concertgoers can browse and buy the art, described as “functional, sculptural work and so much more in between.” […]
People who regularly drive on Route 120 have likely noticed a structure going up near the intersection with Thompson Road. The new building is the future home of Bull Valley Farm, a retail store that will offer beef, pork, and chicken raised on Aavang family farms. The Aavangs have been grain farmers, also raising livestock, […]
Loyal Independent subscriber Marcia Duncan stayed with Jim and me a couple nights this past week. Marcia is Jim’s cousin-in-law. Her husband, David, and Jim were first cousins. Her visits are always much anticipated and enjoyed beyond belief. She came bearing gifts – fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and zucchini from her brother’s garden. Saturday night as […]
The Woodstock Farmers Market will showcase food products offered by their vendors when they host a farm-to-table dinner, 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, at Mia Passione, 228 Main St. All proceeds from the ticket cost of $50 per person will benefit the market’s Link assistance program. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with an authentic […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008.
Tricia Carzoli is a freelance writer and photographer that on community news.
